10 Outdoor Birthday Party Ideas
Celebrate your kid's birthday outside with these fun themes, complete with invitations, crafts and food ideas.

Photo: Roberto Caruso
Spring and summer make birthday parties so much easier. Many a parent has been known to delay their winter babies' celebrations until the weather is warmer. These 10 ideas are not only fun for the kids, but easy for parents to pull off.
Carnival party
Corndogs and cotton candy, what more could a kid want? Turn your backyard into a game-filled party that both kids and parents can enjoy! Start planning: Carnival party
Photo: Tony LanzTea party
Pinkies up! Break out the picnic tables or lay down a blanket on the grass and enjoy a tea party. Play a few rounds of Pass the Teapot and then it’s time to make floral hats. Start planning: Tea party
Photo: Geoffrey RossPineapple party
Give your kid’s party a tropical flair with this pineapple party. Use our template to make the perfect pineapple party hat and have your guests dress in yellow and green to complete the look! And when it’s time for dessert, serve up Pineapple Pops. Start planning: Pineapple party
Photo: Tony LanzDrive-in party
Opt for a night under the stars with a drive-in party. Park your guests in the backyard (no cars necessary) and set up your kid’s favourite movies. Don’t forget the popcorn! Start planning: Drive-in party
Photo: Roberto CarusoGarden party
Get outside for this horticulture-themed party. Your little bug will love all the dirt-filled activities and flower treats. Start planning: Garden party
Photo: Tony LanzRaindrop party
Turn a cloudy situation into a fun-filled rain-themed party. No water needed—just decorate with cloud and raindrop cutouts! Start planning: Raindrop party
Photo: Tony LanzCottage party
It’s the perfect “getaway” without all the “Are we there yets” and mosquito bites. Fire up the grill and bring the cottage to you, complete with a trail mix station! Start planning: Cottage party
Photo: Tony LanzWestern party
Turn your backyard into the Wild West with this hoedown. Grab your little cowboys and cowgirls and get ready for some horsin’ around. Plus, BBQ with all the fixins! Start planning: Western party
Photo: Tony LanzWoodland party
Little party animals will love this fun woodland party. It’s best done outside for a more realistic feel. Plus, you save money on decorations! Start planning: Woodland party
Photo: Aria BethardsHawaiian party
Escape to the islands with our Hawaiian-themed party! Lay down towels and decorate with flowers and seashells to create a tropical oasis in your backyard. Start planning: Hawaiian party
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